The Russian Foreign Ministry condemned Israel's invasion of Lebanon.
The corresponding statement was posted on the website of the Russian Foreign Ministry.
Statement by the Russian Foreign Ministry in connection with Israel's invasion of Lebanon
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that Israel’s actions will lead to further escalation in the Middle East.
The statement emphasizes that the Russian Federation strongly condemns Israel's invasion of Lebanon and calls on the Israeli leadership to immediately cease hostilities, withdraw troops, and seek peaceful solutions to the conflict.
The agency expressed solidarity with the people and leadership of Lebanon.
We express our sincere condolences to the families and friends of the victims, the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
Earlier, the Israel Defense Forces announced the start of limited ground raids against Shiite Hezbollah targets in the border area in southern Lebanon.
